Kristin Blagg

Kristin Blagg is a student in the Master of Public Policy program with a focus in domestic social and economic policy. She has interned at Education Policy Program of the New America Foundation, in the Tennessee Department of Education, and in the office of former Representative John Olver (D-MA). Kristin spent four years as a math and science teacher prior to entering graduate school. She has a M.S. in Education from the Teacher U program at Hunter College and an A.B. in government from Harvard University.

Analysis: A Second Look at Special Elections in the House of Representatives

By Kristin Blagg Pity the political analysts who cover special elections. A sample size of one House of Representatives race makes for a challenging exercise in interpretation. Yet, depending on the result, the race can be spun as a negative referendum on the president or a confirmation of his policy decisions. Despite their relatively low […]

Special Elections – A Key Pathway for Female Legislators?

Courtesy of Leader Nancy Pelosi Flickr Page

By Kristin Blagg Special elections have always commanded a certain, well, special level of attention. Reporters breathlessly cover the elections that emerge from scandal-tinged resignations. Pundits read returns like tea leaves for a referendum on presidential performance. Policy wonks contemplate the impact that the vacancy of a long-time incumbent’s seat has on Congressional negotiation. In […]

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